How to Wear Makeup for a Photoshoot

Whether you’re a professional model, or going in for a portrait session, you’ll need to figure out how to do your own makeup for a shoot now and then. While professional shoots often come with makeup artists - or MUAs - they won’t always. Here are some key tips for ensuring that your makeup is on point every time.

Don’t go dramatic unless you have previously discussed it with the photographer. Dramatic styles often don’t work for simple portrait shoots and may not fit the overall mood of the session.

Wear a classic look rather than something that’s in fashion right now. You don’t want to date the photographs.

Focus on the eyes or the lips. Don’t go too bold on both.

If you aren’t very comfortable with makeup, try watching YouTube tutorials to get the hang of certain looks and practice a lot before the day.

False eyelashes look great, but only if you can get them on properly - don’t risk shooting with wonky or loose lashes.

A natural look always impresses more than something bolder.

Book in to a salon before the shoot if you’re really not sure you can pull it off.

What are your biggest makeup questions for photoshoots? Ask away in the comments below.